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Domaine des Comtes Lafon, Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes 2021
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
The 2021 Meursault Les Charmes 1er Cru, volume reduced by half, has a slightly reduced yet compelling bouquet with yellow fruit, hazelnut, sea spray and light chalky notes that blossom in the glass. The palate is well balanced with a concentrated opening thanks to those 95-year-old vines, powerful and perhaps the densest wine with plenty of extract on the finish. Expect a long-term Meursault here.
Reviewed by: William Kelley
The 2021 Meursault 1er Cru Charmes is lovely, exhibiting aromas of pear, peach and lemon mingled with buttery pastry, marzipan and vanilla pod. Medium to full-bodied, ample and satiny, with a fleshy core of fruit girdled by racy acids, it displays fine depth and cut.
About the Producer
Domaine des Comtes Lafon is a renowned wine estate located in the Mâconnais region of Burgundy, France. The domain has been in the Lafon family's possession since the late 19th century, with Dominique Lafon leading the estate's operations since the 1980s. Domaine des Comtes Lafon is particularly renowned for its exceptional Chardonnay wines, which are produced from the domain's esteemed vineyards in Meursault, Volnay, and Monthélie. The estate's winemaking approach emphasizes minimal intervention, allowing the terroir to shine through in the wines. Domaine des Comtes Lafon is recognized as one of the top producers in the Mâconnais, known for its focus on quality, elegance, and minerality.
